Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 05/16 – Open Source Vs. Centralized AI, Part I
May 16, 2023
The EU greenlights Microsoft's acquisition of Activision, stirring up competition in the gaming world. Meanwhile, the IRS is testing a free online tax filing system. A massive data breach at Pharmarica raises alarm over personal data security. Twitter makes waves with its acquisition of a recruiting startup, aiming to broaden its app capabilities. On the cryptocurrency front, new EU regulations are shaping the market, while discussions on the potential of open-source AI spark a heated debate about the future of technology.
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Regulatory Fractures on Tech Mergers
- The Microsoft Activision acquisition reveals disagreement among regulators on handling tech mergers.
- The EU's approval, despite UK/US opposition, highlights these fractures in regulatory approaches.
IRS Free-File System
- Simplify tax filing for Americans.
- The IRS should offer a free, digital tax filing system.
PhoneLink iMessage Workaround
- Microsoft's PhoneLink now lets iPhone users send iMessages via Windows 11 PCs, bypassing Apple's restrictions.
- This clever workaround leverages how Apple routes texts between iPhones.